Experienced RBT | Ready for Your Next Step?

About FirstSteps

The FirstSteps Team is inspired by the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to achieve their fullest potential. To that end, our mission is twofold: to provide the best evidence-based, behavior analytic treatment to our children diagnosed with autism and related learning differences, and to offer a positive, collaborative, and dynamic work experience for our team. We are steadfastly committed to ongoing training and mentorship of our employees, always motivated to support the next generation of clinical leaders in our field and at FirstSteps. Our greatest reward is witnessing the rapid and joyful learning of our little ones and knowing that together, we are creating more happy days for the kids and families we serve.

Experienced ABA Instructor | Build Clinical Skills. Grow Toward BCBA.

$26–$28/hr + In-Person BCBA Mentorship + BCBA Supervision Opportunities

You're already an experienced RBT. Now, what's next?

At FirstSteps for Kids, we give experienced Instructors the opportunity to deepen their clinical skills, take on more responsibility, and build toward a long-term career in ABA.

You'll work directly alongside experienced, in-person BCBAs who know your learners, observe your work, provide real-time coaching, and help you continue developing as a clinician.

This Is More Than Another RBT Job

Build clinical skills.
Work on individualized treatment plans and learn how to think through clinical challenges with support from your BCBA.

Build leadership skills.
Mentor new Instructors through Behavior Skills Training and help shape the next generation of clinical team members.

Build toward BCBA.
If you're pursuing your BCBA, eligible graduate students can access BCBA supervision opportunities while gaining meaningful clinical experience.

Build lasting relationships.
Work closely with children and families across our centers, homes, and community settings, helping learners build skills that matter in everyday life.

What You'll Do

• Provide high-quality ABA therapy to children in center, home, and school settings
• Implement individualized treatment plans with support from an in-person BCBA
• Collect accurate data and communicate clinical observations
• Partner with families and caregivers
• Train and mentor new Clinical Trainees using Behavior Skills Training
• Model strong clinical practice, teamwork, and professionalism

What You'll Get

• $26–$28/hr depending on experience
• In-person BCBA mentorship and coaching
• BCBA supervision opportunities for eligible graduate students
• Multiple annual performance review opportunities
• Paid drive time + mileage reimbursement
• Monthly data stipend
• Health, dental & vision with generous company contributions
• 401(k) with company match
• Accrued PTO + sick time
• Paid FirstSteps holidays + one floating holiday
• Wellness incentives + EAP
• Tuition discounts
• Employee discounts + referral bonuses
• Team-building events and a collaborative clinical culture

We're Looking For

An experienced RBT or Behavior Technician who:

• Enjoys working directly with children and families
• Wants to keep developing clinically
• Is interested in mentoring and supporting other Instructors
• Values collaboration with experienced BCBAs
• Is pursuing, or may eventually pursue, a career as a BCBA
• Believes great ABA requires both clinical excellence and genuine care

You already know how to be an RBT. We're here to help you become the clinician you want to be.

$26–$28/hr depending on experience

Health & Safety Requirements: 

• Childhood vaccinations (MMR & Varicella), non-reactive TB test, and physical screening
• Access to reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and insurance
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, sit on floors and/or child-sized furniture, and quickly move from a seated position to running stance 

For more information about FirstSteps for Kids, we encourage you to visit our website at www.firststepsforkids.com.